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The Old Turner Inn

232 Catalina Avenue, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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The Old Turner Inn
Ranked #2 of 9 Avalon B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 84 Reviews
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  • King suite(6)
  • Homemade granola(3)
  • Great time(3)
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Laguna Niguel
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

Great experience. Very clean, staff is very friendly, atmosphere is relaxed. Christa is the pefect innkeeper, and her breakfasts are fantastic. Make sure you try the granola, as they are making it in house. Our room was sunny, cosy, spacious, and had a real fireplace. Location is great, as the inn is located few blocks from all the attractions we... More

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OldTurnerInn, Owner at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
3 June 2012

We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us - and thank you for the fantastic review. Christa is the perfect Innkeeper, and we love her, too! We look forward to your next visit. More

Tempe, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Inn is an easy, quarter-mile walk from the dock for the Catalina Express, and every service that we needed was within a few flat blocks. I was constantly struck by how safe I felt at the Inn and on the island in general. The staff and the neighbors look out for Inn guests and for one another. Innkeeper Christa... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Thank you for your review! We are so glad that you had such a wonderful time - and that you made the trip into the interior of the Island. Catalina Island Granola is our specialty - and we are glad that you enjoyed it! We look forward to your next visit. More

Alexandria, Virginia
Top Contributor
50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We had the joy of going to Catalina for Mothers Day and happen upon the Old Turner Inn. A pleasure to stay at and a great comfortable home base to explore the Island. The clean and comfortable rooms, cosy living room and great breakfast were more than what we expected (even after having read many good reviews). We were entertained... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

We appreciate the great review - thank you! I think that socializing with other guests at appetizer time is one of the highlights of many guest's stay here. So glad you enjoyed it. See you next time! More

Carlsbad, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

The Old Turner Inn is the place to stay while visiting Catalina Island. It's location is off the main street, but close enough that one can walk to nearly all of the restaurants and activities. As soon as you arrive, the staff makes you feel like an old " best friend". They make sure that all of your needs are... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Larry, thank you for the stellar review! It was wonderful to meet you, too. We look forward to your next visit. The family antiques and historic heirlooms are a pride of ours, so fun to share them! More

San Diego, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

The Old Turner Inn is a beautiful B&B just a few blocks from all the shops and restaurants in Avalon. It's location allows for more peace and quiet, yet it's only a short walk away from all the activities in Avalon. We were only able to stay one night, and Kathleen was able to accommodate us nicely. We were able... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Thanks so much for the great review! It was fun having you here, and glad that we could work out the dates. And so glad that you liked our Catalina Island Granola. We sell it online, you know :) More

So. Cal.
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

This B & B is a great find and the good reviews are definitely warranted. Guests are made so welcome, it's easy to imagine you are staying with friends. The wine & hors d'oeuvres hour at 5pm is a nice time to get to know what's going on in Avalon and to mix with other guests. The location is perfect,... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us - and sorry you missed the sherry, and oversight on our part as we try to keep it and a bowl of candy in each room. We look forward to your next visit to Catalina. More

Fountain Valley, CA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

This old home is quite beautiful, nicely furnished with antiques, paintings and photographs of local scenes and a beautiful old piano.The owners, Gina and Kathleen make you feel welcome at once. Kathleen is a great cook making a superb full breakfast each morning. My wife and I love to read and take long walks so this was right up our... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

So wonderful to have you here, and thank you for the awesome review! Did I tell you that the baby Steinway was my grandmothers, and one of the original built by Steinway & Sons on Long Island. She used to play it daily, and it's such a joy when guests sit down and play! More

Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I just returned from Avalon on Catalina Island and we stayed in a beautiful Bed and Breakfast called the Old Turner Inn. We spent 3 nights in the Queen Room and it was heavenly. The room was decorated sooo prettily with lovely lace curtains. It had a beautiful attached sun porch which overlooked the city of Avalon. The room was... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Wonderful! Thank you for such a stellar review. We love making a different main egg dish each morning - for the variety. And we are so glad that you liked our Catalina Island Granola - you know , we sell it online :) We get a lot of compliments about our new mattresses - glad that you had a good... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012 via mobile

My wife and I were lucky to find this place searching the net. Never stayed at a B&B before and a little apprehensive. No need. This place was a dream come true. Gina, the Turner's daughter was an incredible host as well as making incredible breakfasts fo our stay. My wife thought the bed was to firm but when she... More

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

John, Gina had such fun meeting you and your wife. Thanks for the great review - and next time maybe you can stay longer! More

Lake Arrowhead, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

We stayed at the Old Turner Inn with our grandkids during Spring Break. The King Suite was perfect for a family of 4. The Inn was clean, beautifully decorated & very comfortable. Kathleen & Christa was so helpful, each breakfast was delicious! We couldn't ask for anything more! We will definitely stay here again!

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OldTurnerInn, Manager at The Old Turner Inn, responded to this review
1 June 2012

Karen, it was so fun to have you and your grand kids here! Thank you for the great review. Look forward to your next visit! More

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232 Catalina Avenue, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
Price range (per night):* S$193 - 290

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